Rhode Island DMV Permit Practice Mini Test 2: 12 Questions

Mini Test 2 has 12 multiple-choice questions on Rhode Island driving rules, including double solid yellow, flashing red signal, broken white lane lines and steady yellow signal. Each answer is explained as soon as you pick it, and every question is listed with its answer in the study guide below.

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  1. What does a solid double yellow line indicate?

    • A. Passing is prohibited in both directions
    • B. Passing is allowed when safe
    • C. Traffic moves in one direction
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    A. Passing is prohibited in both directions

    Double solid yellow lines mean no passing in either direction.

  2. What must a driver do at a flashing red traffic signal?

    • A. Slow down and continue
    • B. Proceed without stopping
    • C. Stop completely before proceeding
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    C. Stop completely before proceeding

    A flashing red signal has the same meaning as a stop sign.

  3. What does a broken white line between lanes allow?

    • A. No lane changes
    • B. Lane changes when safe
    • C. Passing on two-lane roads
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    B. Lane changes when safe

    Broken white lines allow lane changes when it is safe.

  4. What does a ‘Wrong Way’ sign warn drivers?

    • A. A sharp curve ahead
    • B. They are traveling against traffic
    • C. The road is closed
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    B. They are traveling against traffic

    Wrong Way signs warn drivers they are going the wrong direction.

  5. What should drivers do when road conditions become hazardous?

    • A. Maintain speed
    • B. Speed up
    • C. Slow down and increase following distance
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    C. Slow down and increase following distance

    Reducing speed helps maintain control.

Complete Study Guide: All 12 Questions with Answers

Every question in Mini Test 2, with the correct answer and an explanation for each.

  1. Q1. What does a solid double yellow line indicate?

    Correct answer: Passing is prohibited in both directions

    Why: Double solid yellow lines mean no passing in either direction.

  2. Q2. What must a driver do at a flashing red traffic signal?

    Correct answer: Stop completely before proceeding

    Why: A flashing red signal has the same meaning as a stop sign.

  3. Q3. What does a broken white line between lanes allow?

    Correct answer: Lane changes when safe

    Why: Broken white lines allow lane changes when it is safe.

  4. Q4. What should a driver do when approaching a steady yellow traffic light?

    Correct answer: Prepare to stop if it is safe

    Why: A steady yellow warns the signal will soon turn red.

  5. Q5. What does a ‘Wrong Way’ sign warn drivers?

    Correct answer: They are traveling against traffic

    Why: Wrong Way signs warn drivers they are going the wrong direction.

  6. Q6. What should drivers do when entering an uncontrolled intersection?

    Correct answer: Yield to traffic on the right

    Why: Drivers must yield to vehicles on the right.

  7. Q7. What does a diamond-shaped traffic sign usually warn of?

    Correct answer: Hazards or changes ahead

    Why: Diamond-shaped signs are used for warnings.

  8. Q8. What should drivers do when approaching a railroad crossing without signals?

    Correct answer: Slow down and look both ways

    Why: Drivers must be sure the tracks are clear before crossing.

  9. Q9. What does a ‘No U-Turn’ sign indicate?

    Correct answer: U-turns are prohibited

    Why: This sign prohibits making a U-turn.

  10. Q10. What should drivers do when backing a vehicle?

    Correct answer: Look behind and check surroundings

    Why: Checking all areas helps prevent collisions.

  11. Q11. What does a ‘Lane Ends’ sign warn drivers of?

    Correct answer: A lane will end ahead

    Why: Drivers should prepare to merge safely.

  12. Q12. What should drivers do when road conditions become hazardous?

    Correct answer: Slow down and increase following distance

    Why: Reducing speed helps maintain control.

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